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Who named the star called Rigel?

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The ancient Arabs.

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Who named the planet Rigel?

Rigel is a star, not a planet. It is not certain who actually named it. Many cultures have other names for it.


What is the galaxy called the Rigel star is in?

Rigel is in the same galaxy as Earth is, which is the Milky Way.


Is Rigel the hottest star?

Rigel is hot by "normal" stars but it is not the hottest, this distinction goes to a star named Cygnus OB2-12. See related questions.


What is the scientific name for Rigel?

The star Rigel can also be called β Orionis or Beta Orionis.


Is rigel a triple star binary star or single star?

Rigel is a triple star system.


What constellation is the star Rigel in?

The Rigel star is a star in the Orion constellation. Rigel is the brightest star in the Orion constellation, and it is the seventh brightest star seen in the night's sky.


Does any planet orbit a star named Rigel?

We haven't detected any that I'm aware of.


Rigel star belongs to what constellatuon?

Rigel is the brightest star in the constellation Orion


What color is rigel b?

Rigel B is also a blue-white star but, unlike Rigel A, it is a main sequence star.


Is Rigel your nearest star?

No. Proxima Centauri is the nearest star. Rigel is much further away.


Which star out of barnard's star procyon alpha centauri and rigel have the greatest luminosity?

Rigel by far.


What is the size of star Rigel Centaurus?

Rigel is in the constellation Orion, not Centaurus. Please check your spelling and, if appropriate, resubmit.